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Newspaper
New Mexico State Record
Location
Santa Fe, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1919
Page
2
A stark ultimatum underscores new terms handed to Germany, demanding acceptance or confrontation. Leaders warn that failure to sign will trigger renewed conflict and shifted alliances as postwar arrangements tighten around Germany.
June 17 report from London notes Germany is expected to sign the peace treaty while bluffing about colonies. Allied delays keep the treaty unfolding as Germany preserves its trade interests. The German delegation, led by Baron von Loersner, delivers documents to the Allies, with Count von Brockdorff-Rantau departing for Welmar amid ongoing talks. Welmar rejects a Soviet constitutional model. pensions for former royals are also dismissed.
Battery B Land New York receives sixteen men from the 48th Field Artillery Regiment returning from Brothe Germany. The convoy of US forces faced a delay off Barnaguie due to a grounded British freight steamer, which halted several transports including the Coloradoan and the Alaskan as a local delegation greeted the troops.
The House introduced a resolution by Representative La Guardia to award the congressional Medal of Honor to aviators Ca Laln Alcock and Lieutenant Mrown for Atlantic crossing feats. The Allied Medical Association urged that properly brewed lager beer aids treatment with 2% beer seen as a substitute for stronger drinks when consumed in moderation.
Officials from the Department of Justice and federal agencies received copies of a crimson bound pamphlet bearing a declaration of principles for a group calling itself the Federation of Unions of Busan Workers of the United States and Canada. The organization reportedly spans from New England manufacturing to the West’s agricultural areas and is described as anarchistic or unknown.
Washington reports that telegraphic traffic did not slow during the strike despite union actions. Burleson asserts no discrimination against Southern Bell Telephone employees, inspection ongoing, government control to be followed and wires to be returned intact after authority ends.
Secretary Daniel announced an extensive cruise of the Atlantic and Pacific Fleets planned for fall. The itinerary, not yet completed, will visit South American ports with a decision on European participation pending. The voyage serves as a reward for sailors after their arduous service at sea.
Alco uk and Brown set a transatlantic record trip in a Vickers Vimy aircraft, completing the crossing in sixteen hours. The achievement marks a milestone in early long distance air travel with notable pilots. the flight underscores advancing aviation speeds and endurance plus the reliability of the Vimy design.
The London Telegraph reports Captain Alcock and Lieutenant Brown landed at Clifden Ireland after a sixteen hour Atlantic crossing from Newfoundland. Injuries were minor among ground crews. the plane suffered wireless propeller loss and foggy conditions. Officials discuss repair plans, exhibition hopes, and possible return to London by air.
In El Paso 4000 American troops from the 24th Infantry cross into Juarez at 11 PM, with Fifth and Seventh regiments advancing and Col. Tompkins of the Seventh cavalry in command. Two armored cars move toward Juarez as the action centers on preventing cross-border firing. A government statement cites the move as a safety measure.
Washington reports that Attorney General Palmer sought 3 million dollars from Congress to suppress a planned July 4 bombing campaign linked to anarchist groups. About twenty Secret Service and FBI agents hunt in Chicago and across the Midwest, with investigations extending to Detroit, Cleveland, Milwaukee, and more. Evidence includes papers captured in Chicago and many messages exchanged by conspirators.
The Aftonblad cites a British squadron hammering Bolshevik batteries near Kronstadt with heavy guns while Bolshevik mines threaten nearby waters. Siberian forces claim advances west of the Urals toward Vintka and Gluzow, with fighting near Ufa. Kolchak states he will relinquish power as soon as the country’s interests allow, amid Allied efforts and debate over recognition.
An inexpensive auto crossing and stock guard is used widely across several states to avoid opening gates. It is cheap and quick to construct with a four foot square ground hole beneath the axes shown in the illustration. Construction is explained by the picture. Farmers and ranchers can install these at convenient spots to end gate chores, benefiting women drivers and helping transport children to and from school in rural areas.
Washington reports the general deficiency bill drops the $100 000 relief for Alaska influenza sufferers after House managers refuse to approve it. Delegates at the nation convention hear Postmaster General Burleson pledges to initiate talks between Western Union postal telegraphers and the companies to set up conferences to settle the disputes.
Reports indicate a serious anti-Japanese movement developing in China with outbreaks in Shanghai Hankow Nanking and Canton. Several ships of the Japanese China squadron are believed to be at Shanghai and Chinese port shipping has largely ceased due to a boycott causing heavy losses to steamship firms and exporters.
Dedham Massachusetts Miss Alice Dowling a 23 year old Boston Red Cross secretary drowned while attempting to rescue a cat from Rodman pond. Her sister Blanche 18 an expert swimmer entered after the cat and swam back to shore as Alice waded in and disappeared. Rescue efforts followed with divers and police but she could not be revived.
In San Francisco Judge Graham's courtroom, a nap by the judge Roy Gallagher reporter and clerk William H. McNulty lapsed into alert after the judge slipped and struck the desk. A sudden cry of Bombs frightened all, ending the dozing as opposing counsel argued over domestic troubles of Arrillaga.
In White Bear Minnesota Henry Clewett returned from service to join a posse and help capture bandit White who robbed First State Bank of White Bear of over 84000. White fled in a car, then was cornered in an alley where Clewett confronted him. White surrendered weapons and was recaptured after a wild chase. Nearby, a separate note tells of spoons stolen nine years ago returned to Ft Wayne police chief Dayton Abbott with a plea for heaven.
Denver market lists green hides, copper and zinc prices, cattle and wool values with grains and butter quotes. The article closes with the body of Herbert Harris, 72, a Portland musician, found in Lake Michigan with pockets full of tones, noting ill health prior.
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